Take Care
Drake · 2011
79 min · 17 tracks · contemporary R&B · hip-hop · reggae
A sonic tapestry blending introspective lyrics with lush production and rich emotional depth.
Why this album works
- Best for
- introspective moments for reflection late-night deep listening sessions emotional depth through lush production
- Context
- By the release of 'Take Care' in November 2011, Drake was transitioning from a promising debut with 'Thank Me Later' to becoming a dominant force in hip-hop. This album marked his second studio effort, solidifying his status as a leading artist while showcasing his vulnerability and lyrical prowess in ways that resonated deeply with listeners.
- If you like
- contemporary R&B, hip-hop, reggae
Take Care is an album by Drake, released in 2011. A sonic tapestry blending introspective lyrics with lush production and rich emotional depth. 'Take Care' received widespread acclaim and won the Grammy Award for Best Rap Album in 2013. It also debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 and produced several chart-topping singles, including 'Headlines' and 'The Ride', influencing a generation of artists in both hip-hop and R&B. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Take Care sound like?
A sonic tapestry blending introspective lyrics with lush production and rich emotional depth. Rooted in contemporary R&B and hip-hop.
What makes Take Care by Drake notable?
'Take Care' received widespread acclaim and won the Grammy Award for Best Rap Album in 2013. It also debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 and produced several chart-topping singles, including 'Headlines' and 'The Ride', influencing a generation of artists in both hip-hop and R&B. By the release of 'Take Care' in November 2011, Drake was transitioning from a promising debut with 'Thank Me Later' to becoming a dominant force in hip-hop. This album marked his second studio effort, solidifying his status as a leading artist while showcasing his vulnerability and lyrical prowess in ways that resonated deeply with listeners.
Who is Take Care for?
Take Care works well if you're into introspective moments for reflection, late-night deep listening sessions and emotional depth through lush production.
How many songs are on Take Care?
Take Care has 17 tracks, running approximately 79 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Over My Dead Body 4:32
- 2 Shot for Me 3:44
- 3 Headlines Standout 3:26
- 4 Crew Love 3:28
- 5 Take Care Standout 4:37
- 6 Marvins Room / Buried Alive Interlude Standout 8:15
- 7 Under Ground Kings 3:32
- 8 We’ll Be Fine 4:08
- 9 Make Me Proud 3:36
- 10 Lord Knows 5:07
- 11 Cameras / Good Ones Go Interlude 7:14
- 12 Doing It Wrong 4:25
- 13 The Real Her 5:21
- 14 Look What You’ve Done 5:01
- 15 HYFR (Hell Ya Fuckin’ Right) 3:26
- 16 Practice 3:57
- 17 The Ride 5:51
Release Date
November 15, 2011
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
79 min 48 sec
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